News / Press Releases

Yes, we’re doing it again – win a FUNERAL PACKAGE at a HarbourCats game! Will planning, insurance and investment included in End of Life prize VICTORIA, B.C. – It’s inevitable for us all, so let’s talk about it, and prepare. The Victoria HarbourCats, heading toward their seventh season, are returning with their all-time most-talked-about prize package, […]

A special game, with Special athletes, to start a special season For Immediate Release March 6, 2019, Victoria, BC – The Victoria HarbourCats will have their work cut out for them before the season even starts — facing a team that finished second in Canada last season. Prior to the first-ever Alumni Classic on Saturday, […]

Concession favourite a hit with fans at HarbourCats games February 21, 2019 VICTORIA, B.C. — Five years, and counting, the Big Pink Truck is back for another season of Victoria HarbourCats baseball. Floyd’s Diner, a staple in Victoria and Langford, will once again have its signature food truck serving delicious burgers, fries and creative menu […]

February 15, 2019 Victoria, BC – PLAY BALL! That is the call that will be heard all across the United States today, as the 2019 NCAA College Baseball season officially begins. Rest assured, the Victoria HarbourCats will be watching with a vested interest. There are more than 40 NCAA players, 25 of which have been […]

Mayfair Optometric Clinic teaming up with HarbourCats to once again offer the field trip of the year! For Immediate Release February 14, 2019 Victoria, BC – The Victoria HarbourCats would like to invite all elementary, middle and high schools in Greater Victoria to come and spend a fun day at the ballpark at our fourth […]

Former MLB player and 2018 Associate Coach Todd Haney takes over Head Coaching position FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2019 VICTORIA, B.C. — Todd Haney is the new Head Coach of the Victoria HarbourCats, announced today by Managing Partner/GM Jim Swanson. Haney will take the reins for 2019 in the first year of a two-year […]

Topic Recently discussed at WCL meetings in Portland February 1, 2019 Victoria, BC – If all the ducks align, Vancouver Island could have two West Coast League (WCL) baseball teams playing by the 2020 or 2021 season. The ownership group of the Victoria HarbourCats, which includes John Wilson, Rich Harder, Ken Swanson and Managing Partner […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 30, 2019 The Victoria HarbourCats are announcing today that Brad Norris-Jones is stepping down as General Manager of the organization effective January 31, 2019, for an opportunity that will be made known in the near future. “We want to thank Brad for his six seasons with the HarbourCats — we worked […]

The first, and only, female player in WCL history, Claire Eccles, who made an impact beyond the diamond, will be honored by having her #8 jersey retired by the HarbourCats at the June 17 game against the Bend Elks. January 28, 2019 For Immediate Release VICTORIA, B.C. — Two seasons and 11 appearances on the […]

Award-winning Island brewery to provide the suds starting in 2019. January 21, 2019 VICTORIA, B.C. – The Victoria HarbourCats are excited to announce the addition of a new, award-winning name to the roster – Riot Brewing Co. Partnering with one of Vancouver Island’s most buzz-worthy craft breweries will make for a new attitude when HarbourCats […]

Middle infielder Harrison Spohn, here turning a double-play against Coquitlam in 2018, will return to the HarbourCats in 2019 (Photo: Christian J. Stewart) November 14, 2018 VICTORIA, B.C. — The relationship with both Cal Baptist and Washington State universities will be in full view again in 2019 for fans at Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal […]

First Responders and Military deserve the best from us all, and this is our best offer November 9, 2018 VICTORIA — If you’ve been to a HarbourCats game, you know what we think of our military and first responders. Wilson’s Transportation, every game, salutes a Canadian military member — past, present, even future with cadets […]

(Above) – The three-time defending WCL Champion Corvallis Knights will help the Victoria HarbourCats open the home portion of their 2019 season on Friday, June 7, 2019 (Photo: Christian J. Stewart) November 1, 2018 For Immediate Release VICTORIA B.C. – The Victoria HarbourCats are pleased to announce their 2019 West Coast League (WCL) schedule, one […]

Victoria Foundation the beneficiary of charitable program during 2018 season Oct. 24, 2018 VICTORIA, B.C. – Victoria HarbourCats fans had extra incentive to cheer on the team this year thanks to a new fundraising partnership involving the baseball club and MNP. Through the new “Score for the Community” program at HarbourCats home games this past […]

Need your fix of HarbourCats baseball? Re-visit the 2018 season through the eyes of our photographer Christian J. Stewart, as all 2018 photography is now available on his website for viewing and purchase at www.harbourcatphotos.com From ceremonial first pitches, to anthems, to all the exciting game action and key moments, it is all there, including […]